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Oasis Gathering: Christian Retreat
This is a time of worship, relaxation and connection. Come empty and leave full. Come weak and leave strong. Come unsure and leave in confidence. Refresh, renew, rejuvenate at BLC's first Oasis Gathering Retreat.
What: Oasis Gathering: Christian Retreat
When: July 7-9, 2026 (Flexible attendance is welcome. Come for a few hours or attend all 3 days.)
July 7, 1 - 5 p.m.
July 8 - 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
July 9 - 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m
Where: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 800 Cass St. Monterey, CA
Click here to register.
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Save the Date: CNH Men's Retreat
Calling all men for the CNH District Men’s Retreat! Reconnect with old friends, build new friendships, and enjoy a weekend filled with praise, Bible study, recreation, and fellowship in the beautiful Santa Cruz hills.
Registration opens soon, so mark your calendar and check back here for more information on how to register. Bring a friend, brother, son, or neighbor and be part of this encouraging time together.
What: CNH Men's Retreat
When: September 18, 2026
Where: Redwood Christian Park, 15000 Two Bar Rd, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Questions: Rod Thompson – 209-914-5702 | rodthompson1225@gmail.com or
Steve Carpenter – 209-602-5707 | CarpentersX4@gmail.com
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Save the Date: 2026 Pastors' Conference
Join us for a weekend of fellowship, worship, and the Word, beginning with a fellowship event on Sunday and wrapping up with a BBQ dinner on Tuesday! Throughout the conference, there will be breakout sessions for all attendees, including a dedicated session for wives.
What: 2026 Pastors' Conference
When: October 11–13, 2026
Where: St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Rocklin, CA
Contacts: Ron Youngdale or Josh Schmidt
For more information, click here.
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Beach Hangout Promotes Fellowship in CNH District
There’s something special about gathering together on the California coast—sharing a meal, reconnecting with friends, meeting new people, worshiping together, and watching the sun set over the ocean.
The CNH Beach Hangout was full of wonderful connections, with worship, food and a cold bath for Pastor Joel Rockemann!
Click here for more pictures from the event.
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Pastor Brad Cusson Leaves Legacy at St. Matthew, Rocklin (CA)
"I have no idea where Roseville, California is — but I think we're going." That's all it took! After nearly three decades, Pastor Brad Cusson is wrapping up his time at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Rocklin, and what a ride it's been. From sweaty park VBS sessions to a thriving campus, Pastor Brad and St. Matthew were, in his own words, "made for each other."
Read more about Pastor Brad's and St. Matthew's story and plenty of pictures throughout the years!
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Harrison Elected to Sixth Term as LCMS President
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, having received more than 50% of the votes cast in the third ballot for the election of the president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), is the president-elect for the 2026–2029 triennium. It will be his sixth term in office.
Click here for more information.
The 69th Regular Convention of the LCMS will take place July 18–23 at the Phoenix Convention Center under theme “Christ Is Risen Indeed.”
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Mission Table Podcast - The Official Podcast of the CNH District
Pull up a chair and join the conversation. The Mission Table is the official podcast of the California-Nevada-Hawaii (CNH) District of the LCMS, where leaders, pastors, and everyday disciples gather to share stories, explore ministry challenges, and celebrate how God is at work across our communities. From church planting to leadership development, outreach to innovation, each episode is a fresh invitation to be part of Christ’s mission—right where you are.
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As pillars of the faith get called back to their heavenly home, we want to honor and acknowledge the legacy they leave behind and the impact they had within our congregations. If you would like to include any upcoming memorials, please click here to send the name, date of death, and date of service so that we may include them in an upcoming issue of the InTouch.
Rev. Ethan Gebauer, pastor emeritus, was called to glory on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He served various congregations in the Pacific Southwest District, as well as congregations in the CNH (First, Porterville, CA, 1989 - 1995; Our Savior’s, Pacifica, CA, 1995 - 1999; and St. Paul, Susanville, CA, 1999 - 2001.) A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 10, noon, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 105 Ash Street, Susanville, CA. Please keep the Gebauer family in your prayers.
Mrs. Laurie Hertzberg was called into her Savior’s arms, on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Laurie was a member of the CNH District’s Board of Directors from 2016 – 2022. She also served as a District reconciler. The memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 11am, at First Lutheran Church, 1200 Pinecrest Court, Placerville, CA. Please keep the Hertzberg family in your prayers.
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